UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026: Apply Today for 80 Posts

The UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 application process is closing today, September 11, 2026. The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) is conducting recruitment for 80 Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner (APFC) posts in the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), Ministry of Labour and Employment.

Candidates who meet the eligibility requirements and have not submitted their applications yet must complete the online application by 6 PM today. The recruitment notification was issued under Special Advertisement No. 52/2026.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 Key Details

The recruitment is for a permanent Group A post under EPFO. Candidates selected for the post will have an All India Service liability and may be required to serve anywhere in India.

The application window opened on August 22, 2026. According to the UPSC notification, applications will be accepted until 6 PM on September 11, 2026. The Recruitment Test for APFC is scheduled for December 20, 2026.

UPSC EPFO APFC Vacancy 2026

UPSC has announced 80 vacancies for the Assistant Provident Fund Commissioner post. The vacancies include reservations for different categories.

The category-wise vacancy distribution is given below.

The APFC post is placed at Level 10 of the 7th Central Pay Commission pay matrix. The post is permanent and comes under Central Board Group A, Non-Ministerial.

UPSC EPFO APFC Eligibility 2026

Candidates applying for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026 must fulfil the prescribed age and educational qualification requirements.

Educational Qualification

Candidates must have:

• A degree from a recognised university or equivalent.
• A diploma in Company Law, Labour Laws or Public Administration is listed as a desirable qualification.

The minimum qualification must be possessed by the prescribed closing date of the application.

Age Limit

The upper age limit varies according to the category:

• UR/EWS: 35 years
• OBC: 38 years
• SC/ST: 40 years
• PwBD: Additional relaxation up to 10 years, subject to the maximum age limit of 56 years

Other applicable age relaxations are available as per UPSC rules.

UPSC EPFO APFC Application Fee 2026

Candidates should check the applicable fee before submitting the form.

The INR 25 application fee can be paid through debit card, credit card, UPI or internet banking. Women, SC, ST and PwBD candidates are exempt from the fee. The fee once paid will not be refunded.

UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment Test 2026

The UPSC APFC Recruitment Test will be conducted on December 20, 2026. The test will be held in pen-and-paper mode to shortlist candidates for the interview stage.

The examination will have the following features:

• Duration: 2 hours
• Type: Objective multiple-choice questions
• Medium: English and Hindi
• Negative marking: One-third of the marks assigned to a question
• Recruitment Test: 300 marks
• Interview: 100 marks
• RT and Interview weightage: 75:25

The syllabus includes General English, Indian culture and freedom movements, Indian economy, Constitution and governance, general science, computer applications, mathematics, statistics, labour codes, social security, accountancy, auditing, insurance and current affairs.

How to Apply for UPSC EPFO APFC Recruitment 2026

Eligible candidates can complete the application process through the UPSC Online Recruitment Application portal.

Candidates should:

1. Visit the UPSC recruitment portal.
2. Complete the required registration modules.
3. Select the APFC recruitment application.
4. Enter personal and educational details.
5. Upload the required documents.
6. Pay the applicable INR 25 fee, if required.
7. Review all details carefully.
8. Submit the application before 6 PM today.
9. Save and print the final application for future reference.

UPSC has advised candidates to keep their documents ready and submit the application before the closing time.

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